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This useful set includes a crimp tool and 20 crimp caps. The tool strips and crimps from 10- to 22-gauge wire, and it's ideal for connecting a Crutchfield wiring harness to your new car stereo. Warranty: 30 days.

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Great crimper, not quite so good wire stripper

Like others have said, it's a bit stiff to operate, but it's not a dealbreaker. The crimp tool worked just fine. The wire stripper functionality doesn't accommodate 20 gauge wires, so I had to get a separate wire stripper when installing my stereo. I bought this for the sake of having both tools in one, but it didn't work out. Be sure to check how big your wires are if you're planning on using this. If they're 18 gauge or larger, this would be a pretty good deal, especially as it also includes a set of crimp caps so you're really getting three products in one.

Metra Crimp Tool Set

This tool and crimp caps was perfect when it came to making sure the wire connections were secure and protected. I myself went the extra step of soldering the wires before using the caps for protection.

For less than 10 bucks, it does the job.

For less than 10 bucks, this tool does the job, but probably only good for 1 or 2 more installs. The stripper starts to get a bit dull after doing one harness, and my hands were hurting a bit because the handles are so thin.

Pros:Inexpensive. Better to use the crimps than just electrical tape and twisted wires.

Cons:Thin handles with little padding can fatigue your hands if they're old and achy like mine. Tool is not made from the hardest steel in the world and stripper seems to dull quickly.

Crimp toolSet

Got the job done just fine, and did exactly what I needed it for. It is not the highest quality, which is predictable based on the price. The tool was a bit stiff opening and closing the jaws, but crimps appeared secure.

Easy to use (esp. after WD-40)

As others have noted, opening and closing the tool requires a bit of force. I followed the suggestion others made and used a bit of WD-40 to the tool's rivets, which made it much easier to use. The yellow plastic on the handles isn't the best but I was fine with it since I'm not using this tool all the time.

Keep your Crimp hand strong!

This tool does what it says. It has a wire stripper that works fine, and a crimper that crimps fine. This tool came with a set of 20 or so Crimp caps. Just enough for your basic install. All of the other reviews here are correct. The handles are very stiff, and you have to use both hands to pull them apart. I'm sure over time it will loosen up.

Works OK... not great

You get what you pay for with these. As others have stated they are a pain to open and close. Requires a lot of extra effort. That being said, once you get past that, they do the job fairly well. I've only used them for cutting and stripping insulation, and haven't had any issues doing either.

Pros:- Cheap enough that you won't be upset if you lose it... or throw it away.
- Does what it is supposed to

Metra Crimp Tool Set

Can't open with one hand, need to use two hands to re-open after cutting, crimping etc. Only cost $ so not worth trying to return. You get what you pay for. My Crutchfield experience was good, I only blame them for selling low quality tools.

Works ok

Replaced factory radio in 2001 Honda Accord with Pioneer DEH-6400BT and added USA-Spec BT35-HON and PA15-HON2 to factory radio of 2006 Honda Pilot (see my reviews). This tool is ok for price, used it wire stripping and crimping, and got the job done. Very stiff, I assume by design.

Metra Crimp Tool Set

I bought this set for my first headunit install. I spent about 20 minutes using this to connect my wires. The crimp tool was stiff, and took two hands to open for each crimp or cut. It was very hard to get a good crimp because the narrow handles really hurt my hands when I pressed down. I woke up the next morning with a bruise on my palm, and a sore hand. I think I will go to a local store and spend a little more on a tool with better handles. The crimp caps worked just fine, and I had plenty left over for any mistakes or future projects.

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